The Caring Scientist: Mission Sustainable

Episode 16: Slow Science -- the solution to all of academia's problems!?


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In this episode of the podcast, we discuss equity and slow science with Luisa Maria Diele-Vegas, visiting professor at the Federal University of Bahia in Brazil.

What is "fast science" and what are the consequences of fast science on people and the planet? How can "slow science" be a solution, and what does it take to make slow science the new normal!?

Join us on our mission towards more sustainable research as we discuss obstacles and solutions, talk to other caring scientists, and try to figure out how to make scientific research more sustainable. One thing is certain: Mission Sustainable isn't a Mission Impossible!

Your hosts are:

  • Adriana Wolf Perez, Ph.D., working as a program manager at the University of Cambridge, UK
  • Nikoline Borgermann, Ph.D., working as an independent green lab consultant at Ava Sustain and a sustainable labs advisor at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Alysée Segui de Carreras, M.Sc., experienced in the pharma industry, now educated in LCA and circularity to take part in the ecological transition of labs and the healthcare system 
  • ... who are all passionate about the planet and people!

    Reach out if you have questions or comments! [email protected]

    Useful links related to this episode:

    Papers recommended by Luisa:

    Productivity in academia: When the rules determine the losers

    Potential solutions for discrimination in STEM

    Community voices: sowing, germinating, flourishing as strategies to support inclusion in STEM

    Community voices: the importance of diverse networks in academic mentoring

    Brazilian budget cuts further threaten gender equality in research

    Taking time to savour the rewards of slow science

    Twitter: @caringscientist & @luisaviegas

    Instagram: @thecaringscientist, @dieleviegaslm & @minhaamigacientista

    Luisa on TikTok: @minhaamigacientista 

    Luisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dieleviegaslm/ 

    Luisa's ORCID: 0000-0002-9225-4678

    Special thanks to:

    Joana Duro Fernandes (Podcast Cover)

    Laurie Pattison (Music)

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    The Caring Scientist: Mission SustainableBy Nikoline Borgermann & Adriana Wolf Perez